CBT - Compulsory Basic Training
This is the starting point for all trainee motorcyclists and
is normally a days training. The first part of the CBT is conducted
on an off road manoeuvring area where you will ride the machine
until competent. This part of the training incorporates all
of the basic riding skills, i.e. use of the controls, moving
away, slow riding, changing gear, turning left and right etc.
You will then ride the machine on the road for at least two
hours. During the road ride your instructor, who will be in
radio contact, will accompany you, giving you both directions
and tuition. The training will end when you are able to ride
the machine, on the road, on your own, safely. There is a two-hour
minimum road ride period. After completing the CBT you will
then be allowed to ride a machine on your own, on the road with
'L' plates for up to two years. The CBT costs includes motorcycle
hire, safety helmet and wet weather clothing.
NB: At 16yrs you can ride up to a 50cc. At 17yrs and over
you can ride up to 125cc.
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Restricted Access (Under
21yrs) Test Training
After passing your CBT you will then undertake a number of
three-hour sessions on the 125cc machine to bring you up to
test standard. This training is normally conducted in the
area covering all of the possible test routes. During the
final session you will undertake your practical test. The
test fee is £60. Generally most students require between
4-6 sessions. Once you have passed this test you will be able
to ride any size motorcycle, however the power will be restricted
to 33bhp (approx 250cc) for two years, after which you will
then be able to ride any size or power motorcycle.
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DAS - Direct Access Scheme
(21yrs or over) Test Training
After passing your CBT you will then undertake a number of
three-hour sessions on a larger motorcycle (500cc) to bring
you up to test standard. This training is normally conducted
in the area covering all of the possible test routes. During
the final session you will undertake your practical test.
The test fee is £60. Generally most students require
between 4-6 sessions. Once you have passed this test you will
be able to ride any size motorcycle straight away.
Training Delivery
All training can be undertaken as either an intensive course,
i.e. CBT on the first day, 2 three-hour sessions on the second
day, 2 three-hour sessions on the third day with the test
during the final session, or on a more leisurely basis, i.e.
CBT on the first day, and the three-hour sessions over a period
to suit your requirements with a test during the final session.
This can include evening training as well as week days and
weekends.
* Please note that to receive the discounted intensive price,
payment is due in full on booking.
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Theory Test
Prior to your final practical riding test you will have to
have passed a Theory and Hazard Perception test. This is taken
at one of a number of theory test centres (Reading & Basingstoke)
are the most local. This test can be booked either by ourselves
or directly by contacting 0300 2001122 or by clicking
here you will be taken to the DSA
home page. The website contains further information regarding
the tests and some mock tests for practice. When booking you
will need to be in possession of both your driving licence
and a credit card. The theory test costs £30.00. To
prepare you for the test you can buy a book called 'The Official
Theory Test For Motorcyclists' from WH Smiths, Halfords, and
Waterstones etc. This cost is £12.99.
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Advanced / Refresher
Recently passed your test, not ridden for a while or just
want to improve on your riding skills then why not receive
some training to get the best from your riding. Training sessions
are normally 3hrs and start with an assessment of your current
riding skills. The remainder of the session will be concentrated
on the specific areas that you would like to improve on.
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Gift Vouchers
All of our training can be purchased by way of gift vouchers.
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